Your Friend or Your Lover?

Have you ever heard that your lover can be your best friend? Or maybe your best friend can be your lover? Let's be real. How many of us have best friends that you want to go out with? Now it is rare because you cannot imagine going out with someone that you have a different relation with.

You want to make it clear about the definition of a friend. What is a friend? A true friend is something that is rare and that you do not have many of. The time you spend with them are effortless. There is no JEALOUSY and GOSSIP!!

Now if you are struggling with someone you do not know if they are your friend or lover, or both, you can tell with compatibility and where you stand.

First you have to ask yourself this:

1.) Am I attracted to him/her?

Attraction goes long ways. You want to be attracted to that person in order for you to start something because without attraction, there really is no interest for you to start a relationship. The real question comes: Are you really attracted to this person?

Attraction can come from many things. Most of it comes from appearances. We want someone that looks up to our standards and have an appealing unique look. Some of the attraction comes from personality. People sometimes can look or learn how to look past appearances in order to see the real person behind the mask. We want attraction, we want something that is called the "chase." The chase is something we want to refer as something worth spending time with and knowing the worth of someone. Sometimes this definition can be miscomprehended.

Now I am not talking about sexual attraction. If you are sexual attracted to someone, then you are in it for the wrong reasons. You do not want to start with sex in a relationship.

Second, you have to ask yourself:

2.) Do I get jealous of him/her sometimes?

Jealous meaning in this case, do you get jealous of him/her going out with the opposite sex? Are you, or are you not? If you are, there is a chance you might see this person and perceive him/her the other way. Friends to do not get jealous of other true friends, which makes them classified as friends.

And last but not least:

3.) Is your time spent with them effortless?

You do not have to do much these days to have a friend. If you have a friend paying for your tap to go out to eat, or planning and paying to go to the movies, then there is a chance your friend might be looking at you in a different way.

It is truly effortless to have a friend and like I said before, you do not have to do much. Rather it be hanging out or going out with other friends, you are classified as friends. Sometimes friends can be come lover because we want someone that has friendship qualities but also significant other compatibility.

The bad thing about that is, the RISK. You cannot have both friend and lover. Does not make sense. Some people think its okay to say "oh you are my

Love Advise (Part 1): Loving yourself first

This is my first blog about giving love advises. I dedicate this to all the people who have supported me by just reading. It's funny that I am typing this blog and sharing about it because most of my songs I write our about love, believe it or not. So let's start!!

There is nothing better then loving yourself first. We always go through that phase to be wanted and needed by someone; that feeling that no friend or family member can give. Yes I am talking about love.

Love is what you make it to be. Rather it be something or someone you love, the amount of energy and time you put in will truly let you find out what type of person you are.

Is love normal? Or course. Let's thank God for that the most, parents and people that affect your life. God gave us the capability to feel and understand; quite technically emotions. Now before you go on reading this full blog, understand this. If you are dealing or experience with someone that seems to not show that much affection nor portray his/her emotions, that is a different story; something I am willing to type up and give you a clear view about it.

But anyways, back to what I was saying. We have emotions and it just depends on how we were raised. Why? Because a lot of what we take in when we were young, we try to adapt that in the real world. For example: 

Person A was raised into a family that loved him/her and showed him affection vs. Person B that was raised into a family that disciplined and neglected him/her.

So, here are some broad ideas about Person A. This person will indeed grow up to have more understanding of affection then Person B, though Person B might have not received the same treatment and blessing like Person A  Person B will grow up to be more likely self-reliable, which means not to need anyone and they can take care of everything on there own.

Now what I just described in the previous paragraph are just examples!! There are so many different examples and in so many ways but I choose to stick to this one.

So as you can see, Person A and Person B are 2 different types of people. It all depends on the parent and the environment that makes you who you are today.

"Childhood affects Adulthood"

Never forget that, and never forget where you came from.

So, having that been said. Fellas, indeed we sometimes think or want someone in our lives we do not take the moment to think about ourselves. Will a woman complete your life or is it something portrayed in your past and the believe this is happiness?

And Women, do you believe having a man will complete you? All this just depends on how you see it, but until then remember something.

"If you cannot love yourself, how are you going to love someone else?"

What does this quote me? Basically what I am trying to say is, we as humans are on the road to survive and keep surviving. We have instincts that keep us alive through a lot. It can mentally, physically, or both. As we survive, we want to do something that is pleasant to us or something that makes up happy. I can guarantee everyone, there will not be a boring person in this world that is not at least happy in his/her life for one day.

So how do you love yourself? 

You love yourself by doing things that make you happy. For me, I love helping and reaching out to the kids at my job. I love photography, modeling, song writing, etc. 

Think about it! 

What is there that makes you happy? It can be the most ridiculous thing! But I want to ask an inside question to help my followers understand where I come from.

Ask this and give yourself a moment to think.

"When and what was the most happiest moment of your life?"

Now after you have answered, think about how you can do that again? Think about how, when, where, why, etc. that will get you to that point again. Also, figure what kind of person you are.

I will answer this question I stated above.

The happiest moment of my life was when I was 8 years old, in my home country called Vietnam. I remember when my family took a trip to the beach. I remember how care free I was and just wanted to have fun. I sit there on beach shore, staring and the sun till it sets and listen to the waves. That was a moment I love and that I was by myself. That was a great day and I cherish my home country and child memories.

Now, the key is to love yourself. If you have not figured out who you are, then there are things out there that will help you find who you are. Stay tune to my blogs.

I'm on Google now :)

I dedicate this blog to my viewers and followers!! Last month was a great start, a month later I have over thousands of views on my blog page!! Thank you!!

My models and I

Pier Nguyen

Currently I am without a camera to vlog and give you entertaining videos. I expect to get a camera in July and start production and the media business with my friend Tj. God it good!!

Pier Nguyen on set

Also I have one more year of college and cannot wait to graduate!! I'll be graduating with 3 degrees!! International Business, Foreign Languages, and Non-profit.

Shot of Pier Nguyen taken by RTLC Mag.

God is good!! Hopefully in a year or two, I can start calling you my fans!! Yes, I cannot wait to hit the music business in LA.

THANK YOU MY VIEWERS AND FOLLOWERS!!!!!

You got me on GOOGLE :D

Even the smallest things like looking at this silly blog helps haha!! X-)

Bribe to subscribe

I'm familiarizing myself with the business of marketing and just getting out there. One way is to bribe!!

I'm giving out some amazing prizes for people that subscribe to my youtube channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/PierNguyen?feature=mhee

Depending on users response and activity to my page, they will receive my gifts.

Conquered!!

So I have a lot of stuff I am not using so minus well give them out and free up my space. I figure if I get more subcribers, it will be a great hit on youtube lol.

So...

SUBSCRIBE NOW!!! :D

PT Media

So I am excited to announce that I am working on a project to build PT Media, which will be a photography and video business. I have not yet figure out the strategic side of it but as far as selling and marketing, that will be taken care of very soon.

So the business is run by me and Tj Clark, one of my good friends that is pursuing to be a well-known person in the media and entertainment industry. We talked about it and we want to use our talents and skills to create a business, make money, and benefit our clients. Our decision is to do it, hence the name "PT" or Pier and Tj Media.

Check out my friend below lol

He's a comedian haha

My friend Tj Clark

Do what he does best; entertainment

So at this point, we discussed already and we are putting together a lot of contracts, plans, ideas, and soon investments. 

I want to point out that if you or any other future clients are interested in working with us, you will be astonish by the work we do and how professional and unique it is. I bring the highest photography skills and Tj brings his media/professionalism.

Together, we are a unconquerable team!! 

So let me put this out. Our business specializes in:

Media

Photography

Modeling

Compress Books

Comp Cards

Modeling Portfolio

Other Photography Aspects

Music Videos

Short movies/films

And other Video Aspects

I'll soon get this out there. Stay tune!!

I have great ideas!! :)

Below are some pictures that Tj and I produced a while ago (to show how hella good we are!)

My models :)

Model: Ambrea Brimmage

Model: Phillip Turner

Currently Signed with: Pangaeabylena Models

Model: Nicole Braddock

Model: Shara Buford

It's the one, and ONLY: Tj Clark

The biggest and famous picture for the renown NOH8 Campaign 

Respect

After this week, I noticed that there is something I need to change about myself. I did not realize but I really am going to have to change somethings about me. I really just can't take being disrespected anymore.

Someone wise once told me,

"You do not deserve respect automatically. You have to earn it."

After acknowledging that, I looked at my priorities and what kind of person I am. I am very very nice person and very very friendly. But is that a weakness or something? Do people take that for granted and think I am not a serious type person?

Sometimes I feel like people just run over me because they can, and that has happen to me back in my younger years in school. After graduating, I thought I had everything and that everything was okay after I got out of that hell-hole high school of mine. But it's not... not yet...

I was very disrespected today. I was doing a presentation that was very meaningful and that it would be interesting to my listeners and they can learned from it. It did not go my way at all. During my presentation, I just stood there, waiting for everyone to be quiet when I got the attention and the floor. While I was presenting, it was hard trying to get everyones attention.

If someone is presenting, I will be very courteous to the presenter and give them my full attention. Not talk over me, laugh, and not make eye contact. This experience compared to my other professional experience does not equal at all. In fact, I feel like my kindness is taken for weakness.

I decided to NOT IMPROVE but CHANGE something about myself. I feel like I should not be the person I use to, especially when sometimes I feel disrespected or something is out of order. In order to GET RESPECT, you are GOING TO HAVE TO EARN IT.

I did not get the respect I wanted today. So for here on in, I am gonna be something I wish I wasn't because it is not who I am. But if it beats less disrespecting and just anger coming out that, then so be it.

I use to wonder why some people were mean at first, but when you got to know them you become to like them more. Maybe because if I thought that person was too nice, I would not have taken them really seriously.

Yeah that's right, I am just gonna have to PUT THIS WALL UP. I use to think it

Pangaeabylena Model

SO I AM EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THIS!!! 

I AM A PANGAEABYLENA MODEL!!! =)

I found out this at 1am in the morning haha!!

So I am excited to start working with Lena, the CEO and founder of this amazing business "Pangaeabylena." I basically went to the casting call this past Saturday and I just remember at first Phil and I were lost trying to find the place!! lol

Lena Ross, CEO and founder of Pangaeabylena Photography and Models aka "Boss Lady"

We turned around so much trying to find the place that we almost spent a portion on gas but we finally found it!! Also my bro Chris was with me cause I feel he would be so good at modeling but he is just straight up busy busy busy.

As soon as we made it to the place, we sat down and filled out some info. applications and waited for the interview. I practically am almost a master at interviewing; that's if I prepare before hand. So I didn't prepare for this one which I wish I did because I know I could of done better. Of course they ask you the simple questions: "Tell me about yourself, why do you want to be this or do that, etc." We also had to do a little walk for them. 

Chris and Pier Nguyen
Chris before he models

And here's Chris Cranford, my bro,  modeling after I got him in.
Yes I did all the photography effect!! :)

So during and after the interview, my thoughts come together. So this sounds very serious and it sounds like it's for serious models. I love modeling and I have my up's and down's with it but my top priority is to graduate from college first, then do the modeling and such. 

Phillip Turner

Yes a picture by me :) Phillip Turner

So I am gonna make it out that school is first, like it or not, and if I have any time I will use it for modeling. I know I can be a great representative to any business or agency but time is money, and I do not have a lot of it to spare. I just hope I can balance this school and work; something everyone should take in consideration with me.

Things that I hope to accomplish with this:

1. Gain more modeling experience
2. Gain more model work and networking
3. Have a modeling portfolio and more pictures
4. Network with photographers
5. Get behind the camera information

Things I can guarantee this business:

1. Professionalism
2. Promotions
3. AWESOME PICTURES!!!
4. My skills in Modeling, Make-up, and Photography
5. and my PRESENCE!! :)

So this is a new beginning and I hope everything goes great!!